The designer slips stitches all the way up the sleeves of this pullover. Worked sideways in one piece from cuff to cuff, linen stitch adds a simple, straightforward embellishment to collar, cuffs, and yoke.
Finished Size: 40 (42, 44, 46, 48)" chest circumference. Sweater shown measures 42", worn with minimal ease.
Yarn: Cascade Ecological Wool (100% wool; 478 yd [437 m]/250 g): #8087 brown, 2 (2, 2, 3, 3) skeins.
Yarn weight: #4 - Medium
Gauge: 14 sts and 16 rows = 4" in St st. See Notes about linen st gauge.
Needles: Size 10 1/2 (6.5 mm): 32" circular (cir). Adjust needle size if necessary to obtain the correct gauge.
Notions: Stitch holders or spare cir needle; tapestry needle.
Originally Published: Interweave Knits, Winter 2008